Weigh to go with Wegovy

It's been a while since I've shared an update here, largely because my journey with Wegovy has been cruising along without much change. But today, I've got some exciting news and a few updates I'm eager to share with you all. A Marathon Achievement Let's start with a personal milestone: this Monday, I conquered a full marathon on my treadmill! Achieving this long-term fitness goal was something I had doubts about, but I geared up with a liter of sports drink and a handful of chocolates for energy—a first for me. Inspired by the energy reserves I had post the two-hour half marathon a while back, I embarked on this challenge with a mindset of going as far as I could, harboring a quiet hope of completing the entire marathon. Setting the treadmill to 10.6 km/h with a 1% incline aimed me at a 4-hour marathon pace. The initial hours passed surprisingly well, with focused breathing keeping my heart rate in check—whether that's due to improved fitness or less pressure f...

This week's journey to the clinic for my regular injection and official weigh-in brought with it another milestone: a reduction to 92.8kg/204.6lbs from last week's 93.8kg/206.8lbs. This 1kg/2.2lbs drop is a testament to the continued effectiveness of the treatment, and naturally, it's a development I'm quite pleased with. In an effort to keep up with my active lifestyle, I've encountered a minor setback - a light stress injury in my left foot, likely a repercussion from last week's half marathon. To prevent further aggravation, I've shifted my focus to stationary biking. While not my exercise of choice, it's proven to be a valuable alternative, ensuring I stay active without compromising my recovery. It's reassuring to have a plan B for these kinds of situations. Fortunately, my appetite has remained manageable, and I'm grateful for the continued absence of any significant side effects from the medication. However, today's reflection brought ...

The evening before the latest weigh-in brought me back to the football field, an endeavor that, in hindsight, might have benefitted from a bit more recovery time post-half marathon. The aftereffects of that physical milestone were more pronounced than anticipated, leaving me feeling significantly depleted. This exhaustion wasn't just physical; it seeped into my gameplay, leading to uncharacteristic technical errors and lapses in performance that I couldn't seem to shake off. This experience served as a stark reminder of the delicate balance between pushing oneself towards ambitious goals and allowing adequate time for rest and recuperation. Despite the passion and drive that fuel my love for the game and pursuit of fitness milestones, the body's need for rest to recharge its batteries is undeniable. The intensity of the half marathon, followed too closely by a demanding football game, underscored the importance of listening to my body's signals, even when my enthusiasm ...

It's been a quiet few days on the blog front, and honestly, it's because life on this treatment has settled into a new kind of normal. A month into taking this medication, and it's like my body has adapted so seamlessly that there aren't daily revelations to share. My calorie intake is down, thanks to the medication, but other than that, life marches on pretty much as usual. Hydration Hurdles However, not everything is business as usual. A new challenge has cropped up, and it's all about hydration—or the lack thereof. Previously, drinking water was a response to thirst, simple as that. But now, since the dose was upped to 0.5, I've been waking up in the night, mouth dry as a desert, desperate for a drink. And it's not just a nighttime issue; I'm feeling parched during the day too, though it's more manageable. I reckon it's a mix of eating less (so fewer fluids from food) and the medication dialing down not just my hunger but my thirst too. Aside ...

Today marked an important transition in my trial journey—the dosage of my injection increased from 0.25 to 0.5. This adjustment came alongside a more thorough visit than usual, providing an opportunity to reflect on my progress and the medication's impact. Surprisingly, even at the increased dosage of 0.5, I've yet to experience any noticeable side effects, which has sparked some speculation on my part about whether I might actually be receiving a placebo. The absence of side effects, apart from the significant reduction in appetite, seems almost too good to be true. It's a peculiar situation to be in, feeling the tangible effects on appetite without any other physical repercussions. The official weigh-in recorded a decrease to 95.4 kg (210 lbs) from the previous week's 96.2 kg (212 lbs), signaling steady progress. The weight loss journey feels less like a race against time and more like a sustainable path forward. This gradual approach aligns perfectly with the six-mon...

Reaching the one-month mark in this medical trial feels like a significant milestone. As I navigate the uncertainties of being part of a study where I could either be receiving Wegovy or a placebo, my body's response over the past month has left me convinced that I'm on the actual medication, starting at a dose of 0.25mg once a week. Participating in this trial has been an incredibly fortunate experience, especially since I've encountered no serious side effects, a concern that loomed large at the outset. The fear of being in the control group was real, as was my apprehension about possible medication side effects. Starting at 100kg (220lbs), despite an active lifestyle, my challenge has always been managing my calorie intake. The concept of "food noise" was foreign to me until I experienced its absence on this trial. Balancing a generally healthy diet with the occasional indulgence, my struggle with portion sizes was compounded by another medication I take, which...